Those spreading chaos are enemies of peace in Balochistan, says PM
Shehbaz Sharif inquires about soldiers injured anti-terrorism operations: Says nation, armed forces stand together to eliminate terrorism
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Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has declared that those spreading terror are the enemies of peace and development in Balochistan, but the nation and the armed forces stand together to eliminate the menace of terrorism from the country, reported 24NewsHD TV channel.
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed these views during his visit on Monday to Combined Military Hospital (CMH) in Quetta where he inquired about the health of the security personnel injured while fighting against terrorists in Kalat and other districts of Balochistan.
Interacting with the injured and declaring them heroes of the nation, Shehbaz Sharif praised their spirit of sacrifice for the country and their unwavering commitment to protecting the homeland. He said as long as the protection of the nation is entrusted to such brave soldiers, the enemy can never dare to look at Pakistan with an evil eye.
Shehbaz Sharif said the elements spreading terror and chaos in Balochistan are enemies of the province's progress. He said the security forces are working tirelessly to eliminate militants and safeguard the people of Balochistan. The nefarious designs of those who are enemies of peace, development and prosperity in Balochistan will never succeed.
Deputy Prime Minister Ishaq Dar, Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif, Minister for Information and Broadcasting Attaullah Tarar and Minister for Energy Awais Leghari also accompanied the Prime Minister during the visit.
Earlier, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif landed in Quetta on a day-long visit to review the law and order situation in Balochistan.
On the airport, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif was received by the Balochistan Governor Jaffar Khan Mandokhail and Chief Minister Sarfaraz Bugti.
During his visit, Shehbaz Sharif will meet with security forces personnel who were injured while courageously fighting against terrorists in the recent operation in Kalat.
The prime minister will also meet with the provincial leadership and will get a briefing on the overall law and order situation.
Reporter Essa Tareen